Math

Mr. S. S. Gurulingajagam Maharaj Charitable Trust

Vishwashanti Gaushala

Characteristics of Indian Indigenous Cows
Popular Breeds of Indian Indigenous Cows
Cultural and Economic Importance

Before 16th century India was known as the land of golden bird. At that time the number of cows was more than humans. We had around 1.5 lakh cows in India and now the number is declining from 9 lakh. It affected the GDP of India and also slowed down the GDP growth. So, we want to save Indian native cows for the benefit of all humans in this world because Indian cows are the backbone of the earth. Indian native cows take in oxygen and release oxygen in turn. Cows balance the environment.Though cows are very important all over the world, from the Indian point of view they have been the backbone of Indian economy since ancient times as milk giving animals or used in farming. The number of cows owned was a measure of a person's prosperity in Vedic times.Being a milch animal they are very useful domestic animals. Panchagavya is made from cow's milk, curd, ghee, urine and cow dung. Panchagavya helps in curing diseases by increasing the immunity of the body. DNA can be saved from getting destroyed due to anti-oxidant properties in cow urine. Cow dung is curative for skin diseases. Its importance is well known.

Cow rearing - Cow Based Farming, Milk Production Business or Dairy Farming is the most widely spread business all over India. Cow based agriculture business, commercial or small scale milk production helps farmers in milk production and increases their economic growth. There is no doubt that dairy farmers have played the most important role in economic development in India for many years by raising cows and producing milk. Milk production by rearing cows has contributed a lot to the economy of our country and helped many poor farmers to establish their business. If one has the initial capital to set up a milk production business, it can be easily established. We can export dairy products and products made from cow dung and urine like fertilizers, paper, floor tiles, chronic disease medicine, etc.

MSME Benefits - Cow Dung and Cow Urine can be linked to the Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sector. We can start branding of products made from cow dung and cow urine through MSME. The government can promote projects based on cows where research can be done on exploring the benefits of cows including the use of cow dung and cow urine.This can also generate employment.“Cow farming is a zero budget farming and is said to have many more benefits than normal or organic farming”. No type of chemicals or pesticides are used in this business. A single stray cattle can produce manure for 30 acres of farmland in a year.

Bio Gas – By setting up biogas units to convert bio degradable waste into energy so that we can reduce our dependency on natural gas for cooking, driving vehicles, etc. This will help in reducing pollution and promote better health. So, we can export all the cow products which helps in increasing our GDP.

  • Gir:
    • Origin: Gujarat
    • Characteristics: Known for high milk yield, Gir cows have a distinct curved face and long ears. Their milk is rich in quality.
  • Sahiwal:
    • Origin: Punjab
    • Characteristics: One of the best dairy breeds in India, Sahiwal cows have a reddish-brown color and are known for their high-fat milk.
  • Red Sindhi:
    • Origin: Sindh (now in Pakistan)
    • Characteristics: Adaptable to harsh climates, Red Sindhi cows are good milk producers and have a reddish-brown coat.
  • Rathi:
    • Origin: Rajasthan
    • Characteristics: Known for their hardiness and good milk yield, Rathi cows are usually brown with white patches.
  • Tharparkar:
    • Origin: Thar Desert (Rajasthan)
    • Characteristics: These cows are drought-resistant and dual-purpose (used for both milk and draft work).
  • Cultural Significance: In Hindu culture, cows are revered and considered sacred. They are associated with various religious and cultural rituals.
  • Economic Value: Indigenous cows play a crucial role in the rural economy. They provide milk, dung (used as fuel and fertilizer), and draught power for farming activities.